As a bartender, it’s easy to spot the tell-tale signs of a standard first date: stilted body language, awkward pauses in the conversation, and the unmistakable whiff of self-conscious insecurity: the jitters.

But then there are the first dates that just seem to flow easily – like two humans getting to know a new friend instead of future spouses sizing each other up. Click here to read more…

At first you think it’s your imagination, or just jealously rearing its ugly head. But then you see another arm rub… another gaze held a little too long… another too-loud laugh at a stupid joke. You can no longer deny it: your best friend is hitting on your man! Click here to read more…

In the past, romantic relationships would begin in the real world: with a request to dance, a letter of invitation, or a chance meeting at a masquerade – at least that’s what romantic comedies would have us believe.

As February 14 rolls around again, and lovey-dovey couples prepare to gorge on fancy prix-fixe dinners across the land – it’s easy to start feeling sorry for yourself if no one is buying you a chocolate rose or gold plated heart-shaped pendant.

But ask yourself this: are you sad and lonely because you are single? Or are you sad and lonely because society tells us that single people are supposed to be sad and lonely? Click here to read more…

Even the happiest, most independent singleton can get a little depressed during the holidays. This family-oriented time of year has a million ways to remind you that you have no warm body to cuddle at night – in addition to the fact that it’s freaking cold outside, Click here to read more…

We’ve all been there: his profile looks good, the pictures are hot, and his information is intriguing. After sorting through eight million profiles of unattractive potentials – you find one that could be a diamond in the rough. A possible match. A mate. Or at least – a great first date that might lead to something. Click here to read more…

What would you consider to be one of the biggest turn-offs on a date? I think bad manners would probably rank pretty high on people’s lists. You want to think that everyone was brought up to be a civilized member of society however that, unfortunately, is not the case. In fact, as time has gone on, it seems that manners have started to go out the window! Click here to read more…

It’s coming! (Cue scary music) Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Along with all the pressure and stress that comes along with it. Valentine’s day is probably the one holiday that will cause everyone anxiety. Single people don’t like the holiday because they feel alone. Married people struggle to find something new to do. And people that are in relationships have that added intensity of having to impress. Click here to read more…

Most women have had the unfortunate experience of dating someone who, on occasion, has one too many drinks, usually resulting in an unnecessary fight that everyone always regrets in the morning. Some women deal with this more then on occasion and a few of them even deal with this on a regular basis. Which poses the question: how much is too much and how often is too often? Click here to read more…

Jennifer Kelton CEO / founder Badonlinedates.com LLC is a Los Angeles native and a pioneer in the worldwide dating industry, investigating the game of love while providing encouragement and support since 2007, starting with the acclaimed dating book Don’t Use My Sweater like a Towel. An accomplished CEO, visionary and entrepreneur, Kelton’s work in the […]